Joanne Wales, 82, of Meriden, passed away peacefully, Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Meriden Care and Rehabilitation.

Joanne was born in New Britain, February 18, 1944, a daughter of the late Charlotte Closson.  She was employed in retail sales until her retirement.

Funeral services are private.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Meriden Memorial Funeral Home, 450 Broad St., Meriden.